Texas Guinan was an iconic figure in the entertainment industry, born in Waco, Texas in 1884. She was a Broadway star and later became a popular nightclub hostess during the Prohibition era, earning the title of "Queen of the Night Clubs". She was known for her witty one-liners and her larger-than-life personality.
Texas Guinan is a member of Stage Actress
Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $20 Million (2024)
About
She was a fixture on the Broadway stage who became a popular nightclub hostess during the Prohibition and starred in Queen of the Night Clubs.
Before Fame
She went from barnstorming in traveling companies to playing popular roles in plays, including Bob White and The Gay Musician, which made her one of the biggest Broadway stars of the age.
Trivia
Her chain of alcohol-friendly nightclubs made her even more famous, as did her friendly "Hello, sucker!" greetings to guests.
Family Life
She was born in Waco, Texas and grew up with her siblings william Guinan, Thomas Guinan, Pearl Guinan, and Walter Harry. She was married twice, first to John J. Moynahan, then to Julian Johnson.
Associated With
Her Prohibition speakeasies became a haven for Hollywood's well-to-do, hosting everyone from George Gershwin to Rudolph Valentino.